PAPER TOWELS AND TOILET PAPER, FY 25-26, 3rd QTR. CDCR 1777 PODO (REGION 1)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for paper towels and toilet paper for Region 1 facilities, targeting procurement for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025-2026. The solicitation seeks 6,600 total cases of paper products, including economy singlefold towels, economy multifold towels, roll towels, and both 1-ply and 2-ply toilet paper, to be delivered to multiple correctional facilities such as California Medical Facility, Folsom State Prison, and Lassen Camp Warehouse. The RFQ was released on September 26, 2025, with bid responses due by 2:00 p.m. on October 9, 2025, and a delivery schedule spanning January through March 2026. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all administrative and technical requirements, with the potential to award all or none of the items. Bidders must provide pricing on a per-case basis, with all deliveries to be F.O.B. Destination and freight prepaid by the contractor.

The procurement is specifically structured as a small business (SB) procurement, limited to California-certified small businesses. Bidders must complete a Bidder Declaration form and provide comprehensive business details, including California certifications, subcontractor information, and tax identification. Additional compliance requirements include Darfur Contracting Act certification, California Civil Rights Laws certification, and a Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) reporting factsheet. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the total volume of 6,600 cases suggests a significant procurement opportunity for qualified small businesses. The solicitation covers multiple correctional facilities within Region 1, indicating a broad geographic scope for potential vendors. Interested bidders must carefully review all documentation and ensure they meet the stringent certification and compliance requirements to be considered for this contract opportunity.